Benatar

Description

It's late at night, and you walk on stage as if it's a battlefield. Still wearing your Halloween costume of black tights and eyeliner, you are feeling confident as you strut catlike across the stage in your 3" maryjane heels. Singing out crimes of passion, when you hit your last note with your best shot the crowd can't contain itself and throws themselves at your feet. You can't blame them... your shoes are pretty hot.

Note: The blue plaid Benatar is the Vegan option, made by using the finest synthetic materials possible.

REVIEWS (46)

Such a beautiful shoe & colour (petrol)

Karen - Boston

I admired these for a while, but missed out on them when they were in stores, so I was thrilled to see them on the Fluemarket and pounced! The Benatar is a beautiful mary jane - and as others have said, despite the heel height, they feel very stable and are very comfortable. These fit true to my street (non-Fluevog) size perfectly. The petrol colour is unique and sumptuous. They can be dressed up or down, and will get lots of wear!

Beautiful Shoe, Runs small

Kas - Minneapolis

First pair(waited for years) but disappointed how "Brown" these are and they run short/small...now have to pay to shp back and hope for the same pair or only store credit.

Absolutely fantastic!

Ruby Peterson - Alert Bay, BC

These were my first Fluvogs and it was instant love. They were higher than I am used to, but the first day I was hooked. I work with children and wouldn't you know a child asked to race me around the field the first time I wore these. And I could run in them! And my feet were fine still afterward! sooo comfy!

Absolutely fantastic!

Ruby Peterson - Alert Bay, BC

These were my first Fluvogs and it was instant love. They were higher than I am used to, but the first day I was hooked. I work with children and wouldn't you know a child asked to race me around the field the first time I wore these. And I could run in them! And my feet were fine still afterward! sooo comfy!

Love my mudblack benatars

Danielle Labonte - Canada

I thought these would be more black than brown/olive but I love them to bits. Despite the height, they are incredibly comfortable and I can wear them all day. They do run generously on sizing by about 1/2 size.

Amazing

Michele - Cowichan Bay Vancouver Island

I just received my amazing RED Benetars. All I can say is outstanding. The customer service, the speed in delivery, and of course the gorgeous red shoe. My fav colour. They are comfy and I can hardly wait to show them off. These will make my collection 9 pairs. Thank you so much. :)
Michele

Friends for Life

Beck - Playa del Rey

This shoe came in a limited run of navy plaid and I just had to get 'em. To my joyous surprise, they are so comfy that I can wear them every day, all day long. They dress up or down, great look for work or play. The sizing was different from what I normally wear. I took the advice of seasoned Fluevogians and went to the store on Melrose to try 'em on in person before purchasing. Friendly, helpful staff. I wish all my shoes were made this well! :-D

Super in the Snow

Sadie Noah - McCall, Idaho

I have the green version and love how comfortable these are. I found that they ran about a half size large. I wear them in the fall and winter with some smartwool socks! The soles have great traction in the snow! :-D

Comfortable and Stylish

Linda Spence - Regina, Saskatchewan

I love these shoes and recommend them highly. They fit true to size and they fit my wide foot.

Holy Perfection, Batman!

TonyaK - Austria

I just received my fantastic red shoes that feel like they were made just for me. Comfortable right out of the box. I didn't want to put my sandals back on after feeling the perfection of these babies. I wear an 8 in Operettas (but could probably go up to an 8.5), and these fit me in an 8.5. I have wider feet, and these don't slip in the heel at all. Now...just to wait for the plaid version I found on an auction site to grace my presence...

Just Fabulous

Mary - Asheville NC

Got several at once and what a joy it was to open the box. These, however, are the stars. The 7.5 is the smaller end of my range, but they feel just perfect. It looks so good,too. I can see that these will be favorites.

Best Vogs Ever

Zoe - Michigan

I own several pairs of 'vogs, and love them all, but some I wear more than others. These are at the top of the rotation (right along with my black Allies) comfiest, funnest, sexiest (in a wearable way) shoes ever! I wear these for important meetings, on first dates, walking the dog -- everywhere! I have the petrol blue and the mud black and all I can say is, please bring back the other colors! And add some new ones! I would buy these in every color.

Buy these shoes!

Freckles - Midwest

These are my second pair and I'm addicted. I bought the plaid ones and now I want the others! Damn you John these are fantastic! I have had these for about a month or 2 now and here is my review: The first time I wore them I got a little bit of a pinch so I would say my feet did hurt after wearing them. But now after breaking them in they fit like a dream. The other day I had my running sneakers on and kept dreaming of these because they are actually more comfortable. Sizing: I wear an 8-8.5 regular shoes. I bought these online in an 8.5 and they are too big. But believe it or not I didn't care, you couldn't pry them out of my hands-lol! I bought those cushy toe inserts (Profoot Care Pump Pouches-awesome). And these are great now with the insert and some socks. They are cool/cold weather shoes for me so this is not a problem. I am also on my feet most of the day and these are still very comfortable. When I buy my next pair (probably the red) I will buy them in an 8. I think these are gorgeous and I get a lot of comments on these beauties from other admirers too. THANK YOU I ABSOLUTELY LOVE THEM XOXOXOXOX!!!!

Love the benetars, but squeaky

Amanda - Boulder

I have the burgundy and they are super comfy, true to size. I have many other vogs and these are my first vegans and they only thing that detracts is they squeak pretty loudly. A friend suggested a rub them with lard :) any suggestions for a quieter experience so they call out only with their sassiness?

My new favorite Vogs!

Ali B. - Marion, NC

Oh, I have SO many pairs of Vogs, but when these came in the mail today, I swooned. The Petrol Blue color is almost indescribable. Most people see "black" (which make them perfect for just about any outfit), but as you walk around you get hints of blue and green. Stunning! I immediately took them out for a 1 1/2 mile walk to see if they were as comfy as everyone says. The answer is YES! Seriously, buy them. They are my new go-everywhere shoes!

RSOTTAWA - Ottawa

Love these shoes! I got them in plaid, adorable! Go with jeans and more. Sooooooo comfortable walking in them! True to size. @>-

Danica

I love love love these shoes. They are the most comfortable pair I own. I have them in brown and now find myself shopping for more slacks that I can wear them with. The three inch heel gives me some height (and a bit of slimming) but is super-easy to walk in. Please make more wonderful shoes with this heel-height!

Favorite shoe ever

Rachael - Oakland

I bought these (the plaid) on a whim while in NYC on business. I walked across the Brooklyn Bridge immediately afterward, and walked all day, and never got a blister (and I get SO MANY BLISTERS in all other shoes).

I wore them out one night, and when I got home and changed into PJ's, I kept these on because they are LITERALLY more comfortable than my slippers. I love them. They're my only pair of Fluevogs but I'd love more someday.

True Love

Sharon

I debated for weeks on whether or not I should splurge on these shoes. I am so happy I gave into my urges and purchased these stylish, unique, and truly comfy shoes. They fit true to size and were a pleasure to wear right out of the box. I do not wear leather and find it difficult to find high quality, cute vegan footwear. PLEASE! I am pleading with you Fluevog: make more vegan shoes. I (and thousands of others like me) need/want/must have VEGAN FLUEVOGS. I would buy another pair of these shoes right now, if there was another non-plaid vegan option.

Anne - Toronto

I just got this pair in plaid, which really surprised me. When I first saw them, I thought "Plaid shoes? Is that really me"? Well, it turns out they were meant for me. So comfortable and stylish! Thank you Tanya for your patience and dedication.

Aahmazing

Christine - Washington DC

This is my 10th pair of Vogs and bar none this is the most comfortable shoe of my collection. I can walk in these all day without my feet hurting. And trust me my poor feet are sensitive and I don't like to wear uncomfortable shoes. Sadly they didn't have the burgundy in my size so I got the red ones which I love. I am a size 8 in non-Vogs and I got an 8 in these and they fit perfectly. I might buy another pair in black. ]:o)

Desperately seeking Benatar

Mel C - Toronto

I started with Nicos and like potato chips gradually worked my way throughh the whole "Together Hi" family. I have these in the blue plaid and I adore them. However, i have one major complaint, I have been haunting the online site and my local store for a year now vainly questing for a pair of size 8 in wine. What does a girl have to do? :-(

After years of flirting with Fluevogs,

Caryn - San Francisco

I finally own a pair. I stepped into the SF Union Square store with my heart set on a pair of red Benatars. I left an hour later with a pair of petrol blue Benatars, even though the red were available a couple miles away at the Haight street store. That is just how beautiful the petrol blue is. It reminds me of the blue bomber jacket I got from the army surplus store when I was in high school. Remember that color? On sizing, seriously, I suggest you get to a store to try your future favorite shoes on. Contrary to most reviewers, who have to size up, I (normally a wide 7.5 to 8) walked out in a size 7. Now, since these babies are built to last forever, my only concern is: where am I going to find the right color shoe polish?

Beautiful color, comfortable fit!

Diane - North Vancouver

Got these shoes in petrol blue. It's a great color - a rich dark green/dark blue. My usual shoe size is anywhere from 10W to 10.5B to 11. I got these shoes in an 11, and they're very comfortable. They're easy to walk in - no cramped toes. They are very solidly made, so are somewhat heavier than most of my (nonFluevog) shoes. I'm a tall, plus-sized woman and these shoes are exactly the right mix of sturdiness and style for my frame.

Smiling Again

Kerill - Macau

Oh yes... I am once again a very smiley person now that I have on my new shoes! Now I even know the colour of petrol blue and it is awesome... Not a lot like petrol of course but rather a cool shade of sort of blue. Another pair of Fluevogs to make the shoe for the day decision all that harder. I used to despise heels but here are another pair of Fluevog heels to break the hate. Running in high heels is a prerequisite in my life and these get an honors in that.
Another happy Fluevog moment! ,-)

It is all true!

Marlene Nelson - Granville Vancouver BC

Best shoes I ever bought. Having a broken ankle and a broken knee (both on different legs) I did not think anything that didn't look orthopaedic would never work for me. Best shoes I ever bought.

My Birthday Present

CJ - Calgary

?:-)
I was lucky enough to get the chance to visit the Gastown store on my 25th b-day,and the day after which is when my Fiance perchsed these for me!! I fell head over heals for the plaid, super comfy!!
I was hoping to get him in a pair of vogs.... hmm still working on that one..lol.
Maybe when you guys open in calgary!!!! Can't wait!

Outstanding in the field!

Elizabeth - Seattle

I was one of those people who asked a total stranger what shoes she was wearing because they were so cute...they were Fluevogs. After flirting with Fluevogs online for six months, I finally went for it because I needed blue heels. I am blown away by how amazing these shoes are. You do not feel like you're in heels. I could literally wear these all day. They can go to work, they can go to the theatre...well worth the price. I'll pay for quality, and I have found it here. Amazing, awesome, all that!

sandi

OK, I own a LOT of Fleuvogs. Seriously, a LOT. I got these in blue plaid last weekend in the new Portland store and immediately wore them for an 11.5 hour work day the next day. Hands down these are the most comfortable pair of heels I own -- more comfortable than the Operettas (which I didn't think was possible)and I'd put them on par with my squishy Angel sole boots -- which are flats!

Good for traveling

Tanja - Kenya

I have to travel a lot globally, so there is not much room to carry around a big selection of shoes. I have these shoes in dark brown, and they are perfect, as they go with nearly any style. And - they are even comfortable when you put them on your swollen feet after a long distance flight! I have also been able to wear them in very different climate zones (except for the Canadian winter).

Unique and fabulous!

Sally Bescak - Ohio

I have the blue plaid in these and I get more comments on them than any other shoe I wear. I wear them with jeans mostly, and they make me feel more dressed up and cute when I slip these on for the day. They are comfortable, and I needed to find a thicker heel to be able to get the comfort and height for me. I am very picky about fit and comfort, and these fit the bill perfectly. I own three pairs of Fluevogs and now I am shopping for a black pair. ]:o)

My new favorites!!

Tiara Lynn - Chicago, IL

And I thought heels couldn't be any more comfortable than my minis!

Due to a bad knee injury I require a lot of stability in my heels and I thought full 3" heels would be completely outside my reach. These, however, are brilliant. I've never worn a heel so stable!

The fit is remarkably true to size (I wear a half-size up from normal in minis, but in these I wore a true 10, even with my wide feet!).

I can't say enough good things about the Benatars.

SOOOO GREAT

Tiffany - DC

These are my 8th pair of Vogs and by far, my favorite. Not only are they sexy, in a dirty librarian kinda way, but so comfortable. I work up to 11 hours a day and walk a mile just to get to work and these heels are so wonderful. If you can only buy one pair of Vogs, get these!

It's all true...

Karen Dawn - Ottawa

Reading through the comments here, a few common themes jump out:

1 - "I got compliments from strangers!"
2 - "They're by far the most comfortable 3 inch heels ever!"
3 - "They were comfortable right out of the box, with no breaking in!
4 - "They are the cutest / hottest / prettiest shoes ever!"
5 - Either "They are my 5th / 8th / 11th pair of Fluevogs!" or "They are my first, but they won't be my last!"

I have to say, based on my experience with my brand new red Benetars, I agree with all of the above. It's weird to get compliments from strangers in uptight, buttoned-down Ottawa, but it happened. And I really can't believe I walked around all day in 3 inch heels without any pain or fatigue, but I did. And most of all, they are my first pair of Fluevogs, but they will not be my last. I think they won't even be the last pair I buy this month! They are so pretty and even a bit sexy!

Sex for Feet

Ginger - Calgary

I spend up to 10 hours a day on my feet teaching classes or conducting seminars. These shoes are like great sex for your feet. What more could be asked for - thanks for making shoes that women over 50 can wear that are comfortable and sexy. Well done John!!

Late Bloomer

Lisa Strecker - Wheaton

I found my inner-artist later in life. But didn't find Vogs until middle age. I must have been hiding under a rock! A recent visit to newly found family in L.A. led me to exposing the women to my vintage style & a shopping trip on Melrose. I felt like I died & gone to heaven as we stepped into Fluevog! Wore these shoes for the first time at my trunk show this weekend and all I can say is people don't get out much - they received much attention! I adore them, found them comfortable & fun to wear. And am on my way to finding my second pair ]:o) I'm hooked!

I'm in heaven

Kristina - Washington, DC

I live in a Vog-free zone (please, please, please open a store in the DC Metro area!) and was in Boston for business. I had a 2-hour break so I made the very necessary pilgrimage to the Boston store. Super helpful staff. Anyway, I saw these and couldn't resist them. Amazingly comfortable. Have worn them to work and casually. They seem to run slightly large. I wear a 38.5, 8 in other styles, but a 7.5 in these.

Love, love, love these shoes

Jackie - Ottawa

During a 5 hour layover in Toronto, I quickly made my way to the Fluevog store and fell in love with these shoes. I am so happy I bought them. They are so comfortable, lots of room for my toes, and they look fabulous. I have never gotten so many compliments on a shoe. I'm now online to buy them in black.

J'ADORE!

Jenn

I'm nowhere near a Fluevog store, so I ordered these based on the image here -- but the Benatars don't seem to be available anywhere else, so I went ahead and took the plunge even though I wasn't totally sure I'd like them. It turns out I LOVE them!! One thing to know is that the heel is extremely wide, and the toe is extremely boxy, and that could have gone to a bad elfish place, but instead it's cute and kind of retro 60s. I found that they fit true to size (whereas with the malibrans I had to go down a half size), and like everyone else said, they're insanely comfortable.

well, you had to improve the Mini love..

susie k - vancougar bc

fantastic!!!!! after a healthy addiction to everything 'darling' you all have created another wear-allllllllll-day marvel!! THANK YOU!!!!! ...every gurl needs a pair.

g1ng3r5n4p - anchorage, alaska

OMG. and i thought the minis were easy to wear. the benatars and nicos feel like you have nothing on your feet at all. very stable and very comfortable on top of being gorgeous. thank you John! @>-

KAT - TO

Just purchased in Gastown whilst in Vancouver for the Olympics.Wore them around for six hours... lots of envious looks at my Canadian Red Flogs! Most comfy 3 inches you will ever walk in!

Love Love Love

Tara - San Francisco

My 6th pair of forever Fluevogs as well, and while I say this about every pair I buy, "These are my favorite!" They do not feel like 3" and are so comfy I wear them everywhere. The red color is a standout. At first I thought a heel insert would be required (have small ankles) but I just wear socks or tights and they are fine. And the look! They really are a perfectly constructed shoe in both style and substance. When they aren't on my feet I admire them and say, "You are just *Perfect*!" Love Love Love Fluevogs!! @>-

Love 'em

Leola Reis - Southeast

This is my 6th pair of Fluevogs. Love 'em. They are not black black...mud black is a good (and updated) description of the color. Feel really good for a high heel shoe and look awesome.

Best Red Shoes

Karen Vincent - Greenfield, New Hampshire

I have been looking for just the right red shoes for a while now and when I saw these Fluevogs I knew that they were the ones! They feel heavy to hold, but they feel very light on your feet. They arrived at night and I wore them to work the next day and my feet felt great at the end of the day---even made it to my Zumba class . Have them on again today. They run true to size and are ample in width. Love them and have had many positive comments! ,-)

These shoes rock

Elizabeth - California

Benetars are the BEST shoes ever. They look great and are extremely comfortable. To give you an idea, right out of the box, I wore them during my daily bike commute today which is 15 miles each way, and they felt great. The toe box is roomy and the F-sole makes the shoe feel solid without being too clunky. This definitely does not feel like a three-inch heel. It was like wearing comfy sneakers all day. The rubber soles are very pleasant to walk on and every step feels springy and cushioned. If you're wondering whether to get these I would definitely say to go for it! The sizing seems true. I usually wear a 7 or 7.5 and in the Benatars the 7 fit great. I have the brown version and am now jonesing for the red ones too.